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Florida has introduced a new initiative involving robotic rabbits designed to aid in the capture of invasive Burmese pythons. This innovative approach aims to address the growing problem of these non-native snakes, which pose a significant threat to local wildlife and ecosystems. The deployment of r...
IonQ, a US quantum computing company, plans to install a 256-qubit trapped-ion quantum computer at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami by late 2027. This installation will provide researchers and students direct access to IonQ's sixth-generation quantum hardware, marking the first deploy...
A Florida fishing charter, Hot Spots Charters, recovered a delta-wing drone resembling the Iranian Shahed-136 near Eglin Air Force Base. The drone is similar to the U.S. military's Low-Cost Uncrewed Combat Attack System (LUCAS), which was reverse-engineered from the Shahed-136 for testing purposes....
During the dry season in Florida's Everglades, American alligators excavate water-filled depressions in the limestone bed. These depressions serve as vital habitats, concentrating fish, turtles, and wading birds, which are essential for the ecosystem's health. The role of these alligator-created de...
NCH Healthcare in Naples, Florida, has made significant advancements in robotic surgery, including the first single-port robotic abdominal wall reconstruction surgery in the Southeast U.S. Dr. Robert Grossman and his team utilized the da Vinci Single Port (SP) robotic platform to repair a recurrent...
Haddy, a Florida-based manufacturing company, has successfully produced the TF-179 Drone Boat using large-format robotic 3D printing. This innovative approach highlights the integration of additive manufacturing into maritime and defense sectors, allowing for faster production and more complex desig...
The University of Florida has initiated a program to teach students how to use robotics in construction, addressing the state's significant housing shortage of over 121,000 units. On August 5, the university opened a new Autodesk Design and Manufacturing Lab, funded by a $1 million donation from Aut...
The University of Florida (UF) has inaugurated a new robotics lab focused on industrialized construction, supported by a $1 million donation from Autodesk. This initiative aims to tackle Florida's housing shortage and the anticipated retirement wave in the construction workforce. The lab will enhanc...
Autodesk has made a $1 million donation to establish the Autodesk Design and Make Laboratory at the University of Florida. This initiative aims to equip students with the necessary skills for careers in industrialized construction, addressing a significant workforce gap as 41% of the current workfor...
Wing, a delivery drone company, and Walmart have initiated a drone delivery service in Greater Orlando, marking Wing's debut in Florida. This service allows customers to order a variety of everyday items from Walmart stores, with deliveries arriving in as little as 30 minutes. Initially available fr...
Tesla has announced the launch of its Robotaxi service in Orlando and Tampa, Florida, as part of its ongoing efforts to expand its autonomous ride-hailing capabilities. The announcement coincides with the company's earnings day, where CEO Elon Musk is expected to discuss the progress of the Robotaxi...
Research from the University of Florida indicates that a straightforward pattern of black-and-white stripes can mislead autonomous vehicles and robots regarding the distance of obstacles. This misjudgment could lead to unexpected maneuvers or even collisions, raising concerns about the reliability o...
Archer First Response Systems (ArcherFRS) has initiated a drone program to deliver whole blood directly to emergency scenes in Hillsborough County, Florida. This program, a collaboration with several local organizations, aims to provide critical blood supplies to severe hemorrhagic trauma incidents...
Steele Solutions has successfully completed a project involving approximately 165,000 square feet of elevated platform structure and over 21,000 square feet of grid structure for a large-scale e-commerce parcel sortation facility in Florida. The facility required multiple elevated platforms to suppo...
U.S. prosecutors have charged Zyaire Wilkins, a 21-year-old Florida resident, with uploading fake video games containing malware to Steam. The malware was designed to infect victims' computers, steal passwords, and drain cryptocurrency wallets. Authorities claim that Wilkins and his co-conspirators...
Dr. Tracy M. Liang, a board-certified orthodontist, has unveiled a groundbreaking orthodontic treatment at SMILE-FX Orthodontic Studio in Miramar, Florida. On April 3, 2026, the clinic launched its AI Braces system, which uniquely combines artificial intelligence with advanced 3D CBCT (Cone Beam Com...
Blue Origin, the aerospace company founded by Jeff Bezos, has announced plans to expand its manufacturing campus in Cape Canaveral. This expansion is expected to create approximately 500 new jobs in the region. The initiative reflects the company's commitment to enhancing its production capabilities...
Nauticus Robotics, a prominent player in the field of autonomous subsea robotics and software solutions, has unveiled its plans to conduct testing of its Aquanaut® technology. This testing will take place at the Advanced Ocean Systems (AOS) lake facility located in Stuart, Florida. The initiative ai...
Fugro is enhancing its involvement in the Florida Seafloor Mapping Initiative (FSMI), a long-term project led by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) aimed at mapping the state’s seafloor to bolster coastal resilience, infrastructure planning, and environmental protection. Follow...
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